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My Toyota “GR Yaris” has evolved further! KINTO FACTORY enables “maximum torque improvement”.
“My Toyota “”GR Yaris”” evolves further! Maximum Torque Improvement”” is now possible with KINTO FACTORY
GR Yaris”” to be eligible for KINTO FACTORY
On August 24, 2022, Toyota and KINTO added the “”GR Yaris”” to the list of vehicles eligible for KINTO FACTORY.Toyota’s Serious “”GR Yaris”” – See the Actual Car Evolving Soberly!
KINTO FACTORY is a service that “”evolves”” cars to the latest state by reflecting software and hardware features and items in accordance with technological innovations, even after the car is purchased.
The GR Yaris has been available as a KINTO exclusive and special edition RZ “”High performance, Morizo Selection””, but now the GR Yaris RZ, GR Yaris RZ “”High performance””, and GR Yaris RZ “”High performance”” purchased through a Toyota dealership are eligible for KINTO FACTORY. High performance”” and GR Yaris RC purchased through Toyota dealers are now eligible. The GR Yaris RS is not eligible.
The “”evolution”” includes an “”upgrade”” (141,400 yen, tax included) to apply the “”GR YARIS PERFORMANCE SOFTWARE 2.0″” that increases the maximum engine torque from the current 370Nm to 390Nm between 3200 and 4000 rpm, and an “”upgrade”” (141,400 yen, tax included) to the vehicle that has already received this “”upgrade. Personalization”” is a two-step process that optimizes the car for the driver’s individuality and preferences.
Personalization”” can also be selected between consulting at the GR Garage (8,800 yen, tax included) and personalization based on analysis of the driver’s driving data (15,000 yen, tax included).”
Toyota’s Prius Coupe Revolutionizes Auto Salon with GAUS 650VISION Unveiling 2024’s Jaw-Dropping Marvel
ByPawaniToyota’s Prius 2024.03.18(Toyota Prius ) by RAI STAR The Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 kicked off with a bang as automotive enthusiasts gathered to witness the latest innovations and designs in the world of cars. Among the myriad of concept cars and custom vehicles on display, one particular creation stole the spotlight – the…
Exceeding Expectations New Toyota Prius 5th Generation Redesign Ignites Frenzy with Limited 2-Liter Models, Dealers Scrambling to Meet Demand
Sold out before launch! Is it true that the new Toyota “Prius” sales are low? How to get one quickly?Is it true that this year’s supply is sold out? We asked the dealers!
On January 10, 2023, Toyota’s new Prius hybrid vehicle was officially launched.The new Prius, the fifth generation, has been redesigned with a low and wide, innovative style. In addition to the 1.8-liter hybrid powertrain, a 2-liter hybrid powertrain has been newly added, and the new model has been talked about as having a dynamic performance that rivals that of a sports car.As of January 10, when sales of the new Prius began, some dealers had already filled all the slots scheduled for 2023, and rumors are circulating that deliveries will be made in 2024 or later. What is going on?New sporty “”Prius”” with surprisingly high-quality interior! See the illuminated custom specs in photos! The new Toyota “”Prius”” has become difficult to obtain.We actually talked to Toyota dealers in the Tokyo metropolitan area, and it seems that the rumors are generally true.The number of units of the new Prius to be supplied by Toyota to each dealership is currently fixed in advance, and the number allocated may vary depending on the size of the dealership and past sales results. However, even a relatively large sales company with several dozen outlets in the Tokyo metropolitan area is said to supply around 300 to 400 units per month since February.
If 300 units are allocated to a sales company with 30 outlets, that would mean an average of 10 units per outlet, but considering that this is a hot new model, it is quite possible that the contracts for 10 units will be filled in less than half a day. If this is the case, the next contract will be for the following month, and the next for the month after that ……, and in no time at all the contracts for 2023 will have been filled.However, this number of units supplied includes the number of units that can be supplied reliably at this time, and if the shortage of semiconductors and other problems are solved in the future, more units can be prepared at an early stage, and the delivery period may be significantly shortened (on the other hand, there is no possibility of a further increase in the number of units). (Conversely, there is also a possibility of a further increase in the number of units.)
In addition, since the number of units supplied varies by dealership, it is possible that all units for 2023 are filled at Company A’s affiliated dealerships, but not yet at Company B’s affiliated dealerships. If you want to get your hands on a new Prius as soon as possible, one way may be to visit dealers operated by different sales companies.Incidentally, it is the 2-liter hybrid model that has filled up the sales quota this time, while the 1.8-liter hybrid model has a relatively large number of quotas available for delivery by the end of the year (according to a dealer in the Tokyo metropolitan area).
However, the 1.8-liter hybrid “”X”” grade is a completely business-oriented grade, with a separate catalog and only two body colors (white and silver). It is hard to recommend it for personal use.If you still want to drive the new Prius as soon as possible, you can use Toyota’s “”KINTO”” subscription service, which allows you to receive your car in a short period of time, approximately three months (based on information on the website at the time of writing in January 2023). In addition to the KINTO-exclusive “”U”” grade (1.8-liter hybrid), the regular “”G”” and “”Z”” grades of the 2-liter hybrid model, as well as the Modellista and GR parts versions are also available, so you may want to consider this as one of your options.
The Nissan Skyline is often seen as a sports sedan
The Nissan Skyline is often seen as a sports sedan, but it was originally designed to appeal to a wider range of users and keep up with the latest trends. While it has a strong association with high-performance driving, its history reveals that it was not always strictly a sports sedan. As Toyota’s Crown undergoes changes to stay relevant, Nissan must consider how to keep the Skyline alive. The Skyline has been around for over 65 years and has remained true to its sedan roots, although it has also included hatchbacks and wagons in its lineup.
The article emphasizes that Nissan’s “Skyline” was developed as a “slightly sporty family car”. The author owns the most basic model, the “1800G” from 1985, and was able to fulfill their father’s dream at the time because the price was reasonable. The article explains that the Skyline had enhanced its image as a “sporty car that is fun to drive” by incorporating the latest cutting-edge technology.
Nissan’s “Skyline” is a long-established brand that has always adopted cutting-edge technology and equipment. The current model, V37, is also equipped with the latest driving support system “ProPilot 2.0” and is positioned as a symbol of “Nissan’s technology”. However, there are rumors of development being discontinued in 2021, and its future is in an uncertain state.
Toyota Customizing & Development has released GR PARTS
Toyota Customizing & Development has released GR PARTS, a line of customized parts under the GR brand, to coincide with the unveiling of the new Alphard and Vellfire, Toyota’s luxury minivan models. The aero parts are only available for the Vellfire and are based on the “IGNITE SPORT FEEL” design concept. The set of front spoiler, side skirts, rear bumper spoiler, and dress-up muffler costs 423,500 yen (tax included, pre-painted). A new “interior” version of the “performance damper” is also available to improve the ride comfort of the rear seats. A GR sports side visor and a set of GR 20-inch cast aluminum wheels and tires are also available.
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New Honda ZR-V larger than the Vezel is now available
ByPawaniWill the new “”ZR-V”” in the premium line be accepted by Honda fans? Curious to see how it differs from the “”Vezel””?New “”ZR-V”” larger than the “”Vezel”” is now availableHonda’s new SUV, the ZR-V, will be released in April 2023 as a middle-class SUV, positioned between the Vezel and CR-V.A real luxury car! Complete with a cargo area for overnight stays! Photos of the interior and exterior of the new ZR-V .The new design concept, which is different from the previous lineage, is also a topic of discussion, and is attracting attention as a new generation of Honda SUVs.
The ZR-V is a completely new breed, but will this style be accepted by current Honda SUV owners?The new Honda ZR-V has a premium feel like a European carMr. U (a man in his 30s), who drives a first-generation Vezel, chose an SUV mainly for city driving. He appreciates the new design of the new ZR-V.He says the glamorous body and front fascia, which is said to resemble European brand SUVs, are attractive. I personally like it because it looks more like a sport wagon or crossover than an SUV.
I personally like the impression that it is more like a sports wagon or crossover than an SUV. Especially the high-end grade “”Z””, which even the moldings are the same color as the body, seems to have a more luxurious feel.When I actually drive an SUV, the center of gravity is surprisingly high, and I feel a momentary fluttering sensation when taking a curve on the highway, so I think the new ZR-V, with its low overall height, will save me from having a frightening experience.While SUVs don’t have to worry about slight bumps in the road thanks to their high minimum ground clearance, they inevitably make you aware of their high center of gravity on winding roads and curves.
In this respect, the new ZR-V has a sporty feel coupled with a low overall height that could be considered a coupe SUV.I think it will be well accepted by existing Honda fans. The other thing to consider is the price: Do you think the price, which ranges from 2,949,100 yen to 4,119,500 yen for a vehicle with a rating lower than the CR-V, is high or appropriate? If my budget allows, I would be willing to switch to a new car.
Although the narrowed rear area is stylish, the lack of height in the luggage space is a bit of a concern. However, he says that this is not a big problem since he only uses the car a few times a year when it is fully loaded with luggage.I’d like to drive one when I can actually test drive one,”” he said. I know the hybrid has good acceleration, but I’m hoping it will be as sporty as I imagined.(Mr. U, owner of the first generation Vezel)
Mr. T, a man in his 40s who has been driving the Element, which attracted attention for its unique fusion of a minivan and an SUV, for more than 10 years with great care, is feeling puzzled by the new front face.It looks like it came out of nowhere,”” he said. The overall form is well put together, but I have the impression that it has lost some of its SUV-like qualities, but I can say that it is a “”typical Honda car”” with a strong urban image.
However, design evolves with the times. However, he is more concerned about whether SUVs can be used by families, as they are at a disadvantage compared to minivans in terms of luggage space and so on. They are also concerned about how the SUV will be separated from the compact Vezel, which is more suited to Japan’s road conditions.
The new ZR-V, even though it is an SUV, has a slightly lower overall height, which seems to be in line with the latest coupe style trend,”” he said.The new ZR-V is based on the Civic and is said to be equipped with a newer hybrid than the Vezel, so I’m curious to see which has better driving performance.Will the new “”ZR-V,”” which goes the premium route, be accepted by Honda fans? I’m curious to see how it differs from the “”Vezel””!
What kind of car is the new ZR-V?The new ZR-V is an SUV that uses the platform of the current 11th generation Civic.The grade lineup is simple: the standard “”X”” and the luxurious “”Z””. Each has a choice of 2WD (FF) and 4WD.The powertrains are the 2-liter hybrid “”e:HEV”” and the 1.5-liter VTEC turbo engine.
Honda’s new ZR-VThe body size is 4570 mm (overall length) x 1840 mm (overall width) x 1620 mm (overall height), with a wheelbase of 2655 mm and a minimum ground clearance of 190 mm, making it a slightly larger version of the Vezel and just the right size for urban use.For a minimum ground clearance of 190mm, the overall height is 1620mm, which is low for an SUV. The low hip point of both the front and rear seats is said to have enabled the securing of headroom and the adoption of a narrower design around the rear.
The exterior, which determines the impression of the car, has a completely new design this time, offering a glimpse into the direction of the new generation of Honda cars.The high-end “”Z”” grade has resin moldings including wheel arches in the same color as the body, giving it a more urban look. It seems that the company is aiming for a premium route with a coupe-style crossover SUV while ensuring ease of use in daily life.
Incidentally, the interior is also equipped with new features typical of new-generation hybrids, such as the latest digital meters and the Honda Digital Key, which allows a smartphone to replace the key.The fuel tank capacity of 57 liters is larger than the new Step Wagon’s 52 liters, so a hybrid model with WLT mode fuel economy of 22.1 km/L can run more than 1,000 km without refueling, which is a significant advantage for a long continuous driving range.